What is the composition of the Department-Related Parliamentary Standing Committee?

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The correct answer is 21 members.

Key Points

Each Department-Related Parliamentary Standing Committee (DRSC) consists of 21 members from the Lok Sabha and 10 members from the Rajya Sabha, making a total of 31 members.
The composition of 21 members from the Lok Sabha adheres to the proportional strength of political parties in the lower house.
The Chairperson of each DRSC is appointed by the Speaker of the Lok Sabha for committees under the Lok Sabha, and by the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha for committees under the Rajya Sabha.
DRSCs were first constituted in 1993 to ensure in-depth scrutiny of policy, budget, and legislation concerning specific ministries or departments.
These committees cover 24 ministries or departments, ensuring oversight and support for parliamentary work.

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Types of Parliamentary Committees:
- Standing Committees: Permanent committees, like DRSCs, work throughout the year.
- Ad Hoc Committees: Temporary committees created for specific purposes, such as the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC).
Functions of DRSCs:
- Examine policy issues and bills referred to them by the Speaker or Chairman.
- Scrutinize budgetary allocations and implementation by ministries.
- Provide recommendations to improve governance and policy formulation.
Significance of DRSCs:
- They provide detailed and expert analysis of policies and legislation.
- Promote accountability of the executive to the legislature.
- Help reduce the burden on Parliament by addressing technical and procedural details.
Allocation of Seats in DRSCs:
- Seats are allocated in proportion to party strength in each house.
- Ensures representation of smaller parties in parliamentary oversight.